1999 Dodge Avenger vs. 2007 Dodge Dakota

To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Avenger. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 400 kg more than 1999 Dodge Avenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Dodge Avenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Avenger. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Avenger.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Dodge Avenger 2007 Dodge Dakota
Make Dodge Dodge
Model Avenger Dakota
Year Released 1999 2007
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 3701 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 140 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 319 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1770 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 5560 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 3340 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 83 L


 

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